La Playa Travel Guide

San Diego

A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a body of water, and a bush of red flowers.
A marina filled with various boats docked in calm water.
A sailboat on calm waters with a cityscape and mountains in the background.
A sailboat on a body of water with a city skyline and mountains in the background.
A marina with various boats docked, a bridge, and a cityscape in the background.

Stay near popular La Playa attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in La Playa

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,128 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿5,128
฿5,895 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,062 reviews)
"Location, location and location. For us the location was great. We were a few miles from the San Diego Airport. About 7 minute ride from the airport to the hotel. Lots of restaurants in the area and the view off our balcony amazing. The staff, from check-in to restaurant staff were outstanding. A ..."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
2051 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,996 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,996
฿5,743 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,633 reviews)
"No place is perfect! But, this place is darn close. The location is perfect. The hotel is overall lovely."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 out of 5
2303 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,192 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿5,192
฿6,643 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy a marina, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,162 reviews)
"Truly exceptional property. Felt like we were in Hawaii especially in the pool area, which was enormous. Highly recommend!!!"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Kona Kai San Diego

Kona Kai San Diego

4 out of 5
1551 Shelter Island Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,188 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿6,188
฿9,140 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"No"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Kona Kai San Diego
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,729 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿4,729
฿6,656 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,348 reviews)
"Clean room across from cruise ship terminal."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,502 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿5,502
฿8,007 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,584 reviews)
"Staff and amenities were nice. Was somewhat disappointed in the bed mattress. That mattress has seen its time and should be replaced"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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Where to stay in La Playa

Find the best La Playa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.



La Playa Travel Guide